Lily Tran
About Lily Tran
Lily Tran is an Associate Scientist I specializing in Vector Process Development at ElevateBio in Waltham, Massachusetts. She has a background in chemical engineering and has held various roles in research and development, including positions at UC Irvine and Keck Graduate Institute.
Work at ElevateBio
Lily Tran has been employed at ElevateBio as an Associate Scientist I in Vector Process Development since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing and optimizing viral vector purification platforms for lentiviral vectors (LVV) and adeno-associated viruses (AAV). She contributes to the advancement of laboratory processes by implementing LabVantage Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to improve workflow efficiency. Additionally, she builds Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) templates to enhance documentation practices. Her responsibilities include drafting and maintaining technical documents, such as assembly diagrams and standard operating procedures (SOPs), to support process understanding.
Previous Experience in Research and Development
Prior to her current position, Lily Tran gained valuable experience in various roles. She worked as an Undergraduate Researcher at Beckman Laser Institute in 2018, where she managed laboratory activities, including equipment setup and maintenance. In 2019, she served as a Medical Device Development Intern at Keck Graduate Institute for one month. Earlier in her career, she contributed as a DSC Note Provider at UC Irvine for three months in 2017, where she supported the training of new associates in downstream processes and equipment operation.
Education and Expertise
Lily Tran studied at the University of California, Irvine, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and a Minor in Innovations and Entrepreneurship from 2016 to 2020. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in engineering principles and innovation strategies. During her studies, she was actively involved in the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) as the Historian for the UC Irvine Chapter from 2017 to 2018. This involvement reflects her commitment to professional development and engagement in the chemical engineering community.
Laboratory Management Skills
Throughout her career, Lily Tran has demonstrated strong laboratory management skills. She has experience in managing laboratory activities, including equipment setup, maintenance, and consumable procurement. Her role as an Undergraduate Researcher required her to oversee various laboratory functions, ensuring that operations ran smoothly. Additionally, she has presented data and key results from experiments during Process Development meetings, showcasing her ability to communicate complex information effectively.